Be a Good Sport
If you think you might have a budding Pele or Shaq on your hands, make sure your young athlete learns safety first. According to the US National Institutes of Health, there are over 2.38...
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Foods to Help You Flourish
Imagine snapping out of depression by munching on Brazil nuts, or improving memory by grabbing an apple. Research shows that some foods can have an impact on how we act and feel, thanks to...
Our Mind Games
You’ve heard about mind over matter — but what really matters when it comes to the mind? The brain learns and grows by interacting with its surrounding environment. With a mental workout, you can...
Test your weight loss smarts
True or False: Sleep deprivation may increase your waistline Jogging burns more calories than swimming You BMI is the best indicator of whether you’re overweight Often, it’s the little-known facts like these that can...
What to buy now: Coconuts
Crack one open for noshing and sipping Coconuts are one of the hottest new food trends. You can now buy coconut water, coconut milk, coconut oil, dried coconut chips, and lots of other coconut...
Making a Difference
Helping to make the planet a healthier, safer place to live can be overwhelming — it’s hard to know where to begin. You can start with simple steps to contribute to a better and...
Playing the Perfect Host
Planning a gathering can be stressful, leaving you with little time to enjoy the party. Create the perfect evening for both you and your visitors with these simple tips: Tastes do matter: When you...
USANA – Teaming with TOSH to Break New Ground
Leave the USANA Home Office headed east toward the towering Wasatch Mountains and any one of three routes will put you at The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital (TOSH) in less than 20 minutes. There are...
Sensible Supermarket Selections
With hectic schedules and limited time, it’s easy to gravitate toward the ready–to–eat food sections. But considering unhealthy sodium and sugar contents, you’ll be paying for more than convenience. When you arm yourself with...
The Meaning of Life
Teenage angst, mid–life crisis — at some point, we all wonder why we’re here and what unique, lasting contributions we can make. The question can be uncomfortable, so we often ignore it — or...
Asthma Attack Management
If asthma attacks are frequent, in spite of a diligent search for causative factors, and the first-line treatments are not adequate, management of the condition is much more difficult. The strongest anti-inflammatory drugs are...
Tread Cautiously
A treadmill can provide an effective workout; yet even the most enthusiastic runner can make mistakes when they swap the road for an indoor trek. Be sure you’re on the right track with these...
Eating and Drinking Against Oxidative Stress
How do you protect yourself against oxidative stress! Because oxidative stress is a side effect of the body’s detoxification efforts, you can minimize drug, chemical, and toxin exposure in general and in the diet...
Contain Your Irritation
As many as 20% of Americans have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Cramping, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea can be painful, disabling, and lead to more serious conditions such as cancer. Although you can’t cure IBS,...
Foods to Sink Your Teeth Into
Want to keep your teeth pearly white and your breath minty fresh? Before you reach for your brush and toothpaste, grab a celery stick instead. Chewing raw veggies, fruit, and herbs can help dislodge...
Fast Food Diet
Here in the U.S. so many people are fighting their weight. Especially as we age, the metabolism slows down and it is easier to gain weight. But it is not just adults. How many...
Flavonoids and the risk of type-2 diabetes
New research shows that anthocyanin consumption may be associated with a decreased risk of type-2 diabetes. Flavonoids are found in plants and serve as pigments to help attract pollinators, filter out UV light, help...
Managing Menopause
Research shows that seasonal changes can affect the timing of menopause. A menopause clinic study revealed that spring and autumn equinoxes are related to the timing of menopause thanks to a number of triggers,...
Save big on the drugs you need
Got prescriptions to fill? Experts will tell you every trick to cut your costs. Coming up with the cash to cover prescription drugs and medical bills is the No. 1 money worry of Americans,...
What to buy now: Lamb
If you tend to go straight for familiar beef and pork cuts at the meat case, here’s a tip that can save you money and give your taste buds a treat: Try some lamb....
Sitting Pretty
Sit up straight, and don’t slouch is an often–heard phrase. Yet researchers have recently found that sitting upright may actually strain your back muscles. A correct posture — not too upright, not too sagging...
Healthy Choices Del-finders for drugs
Del-finders for drugs A bunch of apps promise to help you find the best prices on medications. To find out whether they really work, ShopSmart tried four of them – GoodRx, LowestMed, Mobile Rx...
Hidden Home Hazards
Your home is your castle, but hidden allergens and germ trappers lurk within it. Learn more about some unexpected sources that may be attacking your domain. The kitchen sponge: Thanks to its multipurpose use,...
Almost 100 ways to cook an (Easter) egg
As a professional chef I am often asked why some chefs wear those “silly white hats.” Silly or not, the toque represents the professionalism of the time honored chefs uniform distinguishing a chef’s rank...
Eggs pack a nutritious punch
Happy Easter! What a wonderful day to celebrate the nutritious egg. On this day of renewal, the egg not only is a symbol of Easter, but also a symbol of excellent nutrient balance. While...
Eggs: the new super-food?
In the near future it is possible that they will become healthier still. Scientists have discovered that if you feed the hens certain seeds such as flax- and linseed, the fatty acids in the...
Caffeine Dreams
Many products are loaded with the stuff, but it might not be so bad for you after all. You probably perk up just at the thought of your morning joe or afternoon soda break,...
DIY Doctor – Health Screenings
You can test almost anything at home, but should you? When you feel a weird ache or other mysterious symptom, you want to know right away what’s causing it. That’s why we’re so quick...
How the Health of Your Liver Affects Your Energy
The ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine teaches us to attend to the health of the liver and its companion organ, the gallbladder, in the spring. The understanding of the liver in Chinese medicine is...
Good Sense
Sight, hearing, and smell are often taken for granted. But would you know if your senses were in trouble? Each day, they’re exposed to harsh environments — loud music, cell phones, and too much...